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ITINERARY
6h 6m328 miles28 stops
1
The Mill and Mine
2
Peter Kern Library
Hidden inside the historic Kern Building, behind The Oliver Hotel lobby, is Knoxville’s one and only speakeasy, The Peter Kern Library. Once a well-kept secret, the bar is now a beloved institution. The dark wood, fireplace, rows of books, and cocktails named after literary characters create a warm and cozy atmosphere where time seems to stop.
3
Krutch Park
4
Knoxville Botanical Garden
5
Muse Knoxville
Muse Knoxville is a children’s Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math (STEAM) museum located in Chilhowee Park. Our programs in the museum, in schools across East Tennessee, & throughout Knoxville bring STEM, the arts, health & wellness, & emergent literacy to life in the minds of children. We inspire & empower ALL children through transformative learning experiences through a variety of hands-on and inquiry-based, exhibits and Outreach programs for children aged 6 mos. to 10 y/o. *Museum Play - Indoor educational learning & play spaces, a full-dome planetarium, outdoor learning spaces & a playground! *Field Trips - Bring your class, homeschool, daycare or youth group for a day of fun! *Parties/Events - Choose from a variety of packages to celebrate your special day with us. *Planetarium - We house East Tennessee's only public-access planetarium with shows that rotate every hour!
6
Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
7
Radius Rooftop Lounge
8
Larry Keeton Theatre
9
Amber Falls Winery Nashville
Amber Falls Winery Nashville is proud and excited to be the first and only winery at Opry Mills Mall! We are a satellite store for Amber Falls Winery & Cellars in Hampshire, TN. Our mission is to bring the same exceptional customer service and award-winning wine to Nashville! We offer wine tastings, wine by the glass and also sell our fabulous wine by the bottle. We offer wine tastings, wine by the glass and also sell our fabulous wine by the bottle. Something new that we are excited about is selling our delicious WineTeaZers in growlers! Enjoy it anywhere and then bring your growler back for more! So swing by and taste some of our wine, sit and sip on a glass with friends and then take a few bottles home to enjoy!
10
Lane Motor Museum
Lane Motor Museum in Nashville features the largest European collection of cars and motorcycles in the United States. Admission for adults aged 18-64 is $15; Admission for Youths aged 6-17 is $3; Admission for seniors 65+ is $10; Children under 5 are always free. There is plenty of FREE parking.
11
Jackalope Brewing Company - The Ranch
Jackalope Brewing Company's taproom and brewery The Ranch offers locally hand-crafted beers, brewery tours, small bites, and a dog-friendly outdoor patio.
12
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
This 19 acre park in the heart of Nashville serves as a monument to the bicentennial celebration of the State of Tennessee. This park offers plenty of opportunities to learn about the long history of Tennessee while having a great experience in a beautiful green space. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
13
Tennessee State Museum
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
14
Miss Lucille's
15
Star Spangled Brewing Company
Star Spangled Brewing Company, in Clarksville, TN, is the leading brewery serving Sango, Pleasant View, Ashland City, Springfield, and surrounding areas since 2017. Locally, Family and veteran-owned and operated, we offer seasonal beers, beer specials, live music, trivia nights, outdoor seating, holiday events, and much more. For a fun time out, visit Star Spangled Brewing Company in Clarksville.
16
Planet 3 Extreme Air Park
17
Tennessee valley brewing company
18
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
19
Heritage Park Complex
20
Magic Wheels
21
Vertical eXcape Climbing Center
With 12,000 square feet of indoor climbing surface, Vertical eXcape is the best way to get a taste of the great outdoors without having to travel hours away. VX offers over 40 climbing stations, which vary in difficulty from beginner to advanced. From hosting birthday parties to guiding outdoor climbing trips, VX has something for everyone!
22
Wesselman Woods Nature Center
23
Mo's House
24
Evansville Brewhouse
25
St Paul's Lutheran Church
26
Willard Library
27
Sportsman's Grille & Billiards
28
Burdette Park
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:The Mill and Mine
Knoxville, Tennessee·
5.0
(9) review
227 W Depot Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917-7521
2
Start:Peter Kern Library
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(99) review
Hidden inside the historic Kern Building, behind The Oliver Hotel lobby, is Knoxville’s one and only speakeasy, The Peter Kern Library. Once a well-kept secret, the bar is now a beloved institution. The dark wood, fireplace, rows of books, and cocktails named after literary characters create a warm and cozy atmosphere where time seems to stop.
3
Start:Krutch Park
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(90) review
504 Market St, Knoxville, TN 37902-2107
4
Start:Knoxville Botanical Garden
Knoxville, Tennessee·
3.5
(97) review
2743 Wimpole Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914-5958
5
Start:Muse Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(91) review
Muse Knoxville is a children’s Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math (STEAM) museum located in Chilhowee Park. Our programs in the museum, in schools across East Tennessee, & throughout Knoxville bring STEM, the arts, health & wellness, & emergent literacy to life in the minds of children. We inspire & empower ALL children through transformative learning experiences through a variety of hands-on and inquiry-based, exhibits and Outreach programs for children aged 6 mos. to 10 y/o. *Museum Play - Indoor educational learning & play spaces, a full-dome planetarium, outdoor learning spaces & a playground! *Field Trips - Bring your class, homeschool, daycare or youth group for a day of fun! *Parties/Events - Choose from a variety of packages to celebrate your special day with us. *Planetarium - We house East Tennessee's only public-access planetarium with shows that rotate every hour!
6
Start:Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
711 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919-7593
7
Start:Radius Rooftop Lounge
Knoxville, Tennessee·
4.0
(9) review
Embassy Suites By Hilton 507 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
8
Start:Larry Keeton Theatre
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
108 Donelson Pike At the Fifty Forward Center, Nashville, TN 37214-2902
9
Start:Amber Falls Winery Nashville
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
Amber Falls Winery Nashville is proud and excited to be the first and only winery at Opry Mills Mall! We are a satellite store for Amber Falls Winery & Cellars in Hampshire, TN. Our mission is to bring the same exceptional customer service and award-winning wine to Nashville! We offer wine tastings, wine by the glass and also sell our fabulous wine by the bottle. We offer wine tastings, wine by the glass and also sell our fabulous wine by the bottle. Something new that we are excited about is selling our delicious WineTeaZers in growlers! Enjoy it anywhere and then bring your growler back for more! So swing by and taste some of our wine, sit and sip on a glass with friends and then take a few bottles home to enjoy!
10
Start:Lane Motor Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(971) review
Lane Motor Museum in Nashville features the largest European collection of cars and motorcycles in the United States. Admission for adults aged 18-64 is $15; Admission for Youths aged 6-17 is $3; Admission for seniors 65+ is $10; Children under 5 are always free. There is plenty of FREE parking.
11
Start:Jackalope Brewing Company - The Ranch
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
Jackalope Brewing Company's taproom and brewery The Ranch offers locally hand-crafted beers, brewery tours, small bites, and a dog-friendly outdoor patio.
12
Start:Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(969) review
This 19 acre park in the heart of Nashville serves as a monument to the bicentennial celebration of the State of Tennessee. This park offers plenty of opportunities to learn about the long history of Tennessee while having a great experience in a beautiful green space. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
13
Start:Tennessee State Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(997) review
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
14
Start:Miss Lucille's
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.5
(62) review
2231 Madison St, Clarksville, TN 37043-6181
15
Start:Star Spangled Brewing Company
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.5
(6) review
Star Spangled Brewing Company, in Clarksville, TN, is the leading brewery serving Sango, Pleasant View, Ashland City, Springfield, and surrounding areas since 2017. Locally, Family and veteran-owned and operated, we offer seasonal beers, beer specials, live music, trivia nights, outdoor seating, holiday events, and much more. For a fun time out, visit Star Spangled Brewing Company in Clarksville.
16
Start:Planet 3 Extreme Air Park
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.0
(9) review
310 Needmore Rd, Clarksville, TN 37040-6640
17
Start:Tennessee valley brewing company
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
2088 Lowes Dr Ste H, Clarksville, TN 37040-1642
18
Start:Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.0
(87) review
Corner of Commerce and South 2nd Street, Clarksville, TN 37041
19
Start:Heritage Park Complex
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.5
(7) review
1241 Peachers Mil Rd, Clarksville, TN 37042-6702
20
Start:Magic Wheels
Clarksville, Tennessee·
3.5
(8) review
1671 Fort Campbell Blvd, Clarksville, TN 37042-3583
21
Start:Vertical eXcape Climbing Center
Evansville, Indiana·
5.0
(7) review
With 12,000 square feet of indoor climbing surface, Vertical eXcape is the best way to get a taste of the great outdoors without having to travel hours away. VX offers over 40 climbing stations, which vary in difficulty from beginner to advanced. From hosting birthday parties to guiding outdoor climbing trips, VX has something for everyone!
22
Start:Wesselman Woods Nature Center
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(75) review
551 N Boeke Rd, Evansville, IN 47711-5923
23
Start:Mo's House
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
1114 Parrett St, Evansville, IN 47713-1344
24
Start:Evansville Brewhouse
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
56 Adams Ave, Evansville, IN 47713-1310
25
Start:St Paul's Lutheran Church
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(7) review
100 E Michigan St, Evansville, IN 47711-5493
26
Start:Willard Library
Evansville, Indiana·
4.5
(97) review
21 N 1st Ave, Evansville, IN 47710-1294
27
Start:Sportsman's Grille & Billiards
Evansville, Indiana·
3.5
(7) review
2315 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN 47712-5118
28
Start:Burdette Park
Evansville, Indiana·
4.0
(95) review
5301 Nurrenbern Rd, Evansville, IN 47712-9368
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